You’ve tried reasoning with your kids, setting boundaries, and even taking away privileges, but the conflict just keeps bubbling up. When nothing seems to calm the chaos, where can you turn as a parent who’s simply worn out and craving peace in your home?

For this conversation, Emily brings in guest Dr. Jonathan Caspi, an internationally recognized sibling expert and professor at Montclair State University. Jonathan offers insights from his book, Raising Loving Siblings, on the parental role in sibling conflict, the importance of sibling closeness, and strategies to manage and improve sibling relationships. 

Tune in if you are interested in learning about parental involvement and guidance for cultivating positive sibling relationships and reducing conflict. 

● Jonathan's book Raising Loving Siblings: How to Stop the Fighting and Help Your Kids Connect 

● Jonathan’s websites: 

https://siblingexpert.com/author/caspij/

http://www.theeasyfamily.com/ 

● Connect with Jonathan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siblingexpert/ 

Jonathan Caspi, PhD, MSW, is Professor of Family Science and Human Development at Montclair State University in New Jersey. Dr. Caspi is an internationally recognized sibling expert. In addition to researching, writing, and teaching about families and siblings, he has been a family therapist for over 30 years and has a private practice in New Jersey.

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